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Despite High Economic Growth, India’s Low Human Development Indicators: Challenges to Balanced and Inclusive Development

Introduction India’s economic journey over the past three decades has been marked by periods of robust growth, liberalization-led industrial expansion, and rapid technological progress. Since the economic reforms of 1991, India has consistently achieved high GDP growth rates, at times exceeding 7–8% per annum. This rapid economic expansion has positioned India as one of the…

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Poverty in India: Causes and Government Efforts to Eradicate It

Introduction Poverty has remained one of the most persistent socio-economic challenges in India since independence. Despite being one of the fastest-growing economies in the world, India continues to grapple with a large population living in conditions of deprivation, limited opportunities, and social vulnerability. The multidimensional nature of poverty—encompassing not only income deprivation but also lack…

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Poverty in India: A Multidimensional Challenge and the Way Forward

Introduction India, despite being one of the fastest-growing economies in the world, continues to face the persistent challenge of poverty. With its rapid economic growth, the country has witnessed an increase in its GDP, infrastructure development, and human capital. However, these gains have not always been equitably distributed, and large sections of the population remain…

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Major Challenges in Reducing Poverty and Inequality in India: A Critical Analysis

Introduction India, one of the fastest-growing economies in the world, faces significant challenges in addressing poverty and inequality despite its impressive economic growth in recent decades. Over 270 million people in India still live in poverty, and income inequality remains a major issue. While government policies, social welfare programs, and economic reforms have contributed to…

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Population Growth and Poverty in India: A Critical Examination of Their Interconnection

Introduction India, the world’s most populous country, faces a persistent challenge of poverty. The interconnection between population growth and poverty has long been debated. Some argue that rapid population growth exacerbates poverty by straining resources, while others contend that poverty itself fuels high birth rates. This paper critically examines whether a growing population is the…

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Unemployment is the Only Cause for the Prevalent Poverty in India: A Critical Analysis

India, with its rapidly growing economy, large population, and significant socio-economic diversity, faces the persistent challenge of poverty. Despite several economic reforms and growth in GDP, poverty continues to affect a substantial portion of the Indian population. It is often suggested that unemployment is the primary cause of poverty in India. While unemployment does play…

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